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Zambezi Queen by Mantis
A Mantis Waterway Experience
Overview
A Luxurious African river safari
Moving along the banks of the great Chobe River, the Zambezi Queen is a 42 m long luxury houseboat offering unparalleled sophistication in one of the most remote locations on the planet. As a guest on the vessel you can enjoy a truly unique and adventurous river safari holiday while still being surrounded by complete comfort and elegance. The Zambezi Queen sails on scheduled weekly departures every Monday (2 nights and 4 nights), Wednesday (2 nights) and Friday (3 nights).
Suites
Master Suite
More space, better views
While both types of suites let you relax in a luxurious setting, our master suites are slightly bigger, and have larger balconies that house two deckchairs and a table.
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Room details
Standard Suite
Each elegantly appointed standard suite can be in a twin or king size bed configuration and is equipped with 1 private balcony.
Max. number of persons: 2
Area: From 25 m² / 269 sq ft
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Dining onboard the Zambezi Queen
Main Restaurant
A taste of Africa
Using seasonal ingredients sourced from local markets, meals consist of a buffet breakfast with hot order, a buffet lunch and 3 courses plated menu for dinner. Every mouthwatering dish is...
Bar
The Zambezi Queen bar provides the perfect location to sip your drinks while watching game on the banks of the Chobe River. All soft drinks, mineral water, coffee, tea, and...
Waterway Experiences
What to look forward to onboard the Zambezi Queen. All included in your rate.
Impact Projects
Forever Wild Project
Kasika Primary School Funding
Ijambwe Village Community Development and Conservation
Ijambwe Village Garden Project
Sustainability
Humane Tourism Certified™
Organic Kitchen Garden
Recreational
Waterbased game viewing
Photographic excursions
Namibian cultural tours
Photographic river safaris
Tiger fishing with equipment
Guided birding tours
Food & Drink
All meals
Soft drinks & water
Local beers & wines
Teas & coffee
Extra value
Road Transfers to & from Kasane Airport
Boat transfer
Location
The Zambezi Queen traverses from Botswana, across the Chobe River, to the Namibian side of the Chobe River. Seeing the Chobe National Park from the Zambezi Queen is a unique experience. The landscape and wildlife scenes, along with the riverbank, change daily as you tranquilly float through the wilderness.
November – March: Prolific game drives
November to March, and sometimes April as well, is known as the wet season in this region. The wildlife moves freely through the Chobe National Park as there is an abundance of water and this makes for exceptional game viewing.
June – October: Lots of wildlife on the riverbanks
This is when the Chobe River banks come to life. Many animal species gather around and stay close to the main water source, and you can watch them as the Zambezi Queen floats by. Going out on the tender boats is great at any time of the year, and even more special during this time. Don’t forget to book a trip on the specialised photographic boats; you won’t want to miss out on capturing the momentous activity.
September: Fantastic for birding
There are, in general, about 450 bird species in the Chobe region. Birding season starts in September, when the first migrants arrive, boosting the bird population by up to 20% compared to the winter months.
Chobe River, Namibia and Botswana border
Experiences
Tiger Fishing on the Chobe
The Zambezi Queen Collection offers all-year-round fishing expeditions on the Chobe River.
Hook and release Tigerfish, African pike, Tilapia, Catfish or Upper Zambezi Yellowfish. These true African fishing excursions are conducted by experienced guides who take you to the best fishing spots.
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Photography on the Chobe River
Custom-designed photographic safari boats
Approaching wildlife by boat allows you to see into a crucial time of the animal's day. Vulnerable, alert, and sometimes playful - unique behaviour patterns create incredible moments for you...
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Chobe River Birding
Over 450 species, for the birder's bucket list.
The Chobe River is an all-year-round birding destination. Listen to the calls of lesser-striped swallows and witness the majestic flight of fish eagles on river cruises aimed to seek out some...
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Nambian Cultural Tour
Experience Namibian culture
Explore a new culture, and leave feeling enriched from the experience of a local Namibian village, Ijambwe, situated on the floodplains of the East Caprivi.
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Chobe River Safaris
A unique game viewing experience
Whether you’re a guest on the ever-elegant Zambezi Queen houseboat, one of her three Chobe Princesses, or at the secluded tented Ichingo Chobe River Lodge, you’ll be...
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